Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. You should use your vehicle's horn when: Approaching bicyclists. You are involved in an emergency situation. Traffic ahead of you is traveling below the speed limit. All of the above.

2. A green arrow showing at the same time as the red traffic light means: Vehicles going in the direction shown by the arrow must stop. Do not go in the direction of the arrow until the traffic light turns green. You may go in the direction of the arrow with caution. Road closed ahead, go in the direction of the arrow.

3. If traffic from another roadway is merging into the roadway you are traveling on, you must Change lanes immediately. Ignore the merging traffic since you have the right-of-way. Adjust your speed and vehicle position to allow the traffic to merge Sound horn to let the merging traffic know you are there.

4. You may never park On a one-way street. At the entrance of a building. In a crosswalk Within 50 feet of a fire hydrant.

5. Highway and expressway guide signs are: Orange with black letters. Green with white letters. Yellow with black letters. Red with white letters.

6. Which of the following, while not illegal when driving, can lead to reduced reaction times and accidents? Adjusting the radio. All listed items are correct. Smoking Talking with others in the car. Eating or drinking.

7. When you are in a dedicated turn lane controlled by a green arrow, which of the following is true? All vehicles or pedestrians in the intersection must yield to you. All oncoming traffic is stopped by red lights. You may turn in the direction the arrow is pointing without checking traffic. All of the above.

8. When you park on the roadway, you should: Use your 4-way flashers. Park at an angle. Keep your turn signals on. Turn your lights on.

9. Where should you start making a u-turn when driving on a divided street with multiple lanes in your direction? On the shoulder. In the left lane. In the median. Any of the above.

10. To avoid getting rear-ended by another vehicle in an emergency, you should: Turn your head and look over your shoulder. Check your rearview mirror often. Start braking early as a signal to the driver behind you. Drive with your left foot on the brake pedal at all times.

11. When changing lanes, to make sure there are no other vehicles in ____, look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move. No passing zones. Shoulder zones. Blind spots. Free zones.

12. Which of the following would best improve traffic flow? Using public transportation. Eliminating the space cushion. Raising the speed limit. Banning cyclists from the road.

13. This sign on the back of a slow-moving vehicle means

The vehicle is carrying dangerous goods. The vehicle cannot travel faster than 25 mph. The vehicle can travel faster than 25 mph. The vehicle can travel faster than 55 mph.

14. What does a flashing yellow 'x' signal mean in maryland? None of the answers listed. That you must proceed with caution and make no turns. That you must make a complete stop That you should exit the lane as soon as it is safe to do so. That you use the lane for a left turn.

15. You are driving defensively when you: Always put one car length between you and the car ahead of you. Stare at the car in front of you while driving. Keep your eyes moving and look for possible hazards. All of the above.

16. In general, you should pass vehicles going in the same direction as you are going On the right. On the left. Only if the other driver signals it is safe Whenever you have the opportunity to do so.

17. Just like alcohol and other drugs, driving while drowsy can: Help you to be a better driver. Impair your judgment. Make you feel better.

18. Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol Decreases blood alcohol content. Cancels the effect of the alcohol. Has no effect on blood alcohol content Increases blood alcohol content.

19. Why might a driver license be cancelled? All of the answers listed. If a parent requests it for their minor child. If fraud was committed in obtaining the license If the applicant didn't give required or correct information on the application. If it is determined that the individual was not supposed to be issued the license.

20. To make a right turn onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right-hand lane and end in: The left lane. The lane further away from the curb. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane that is available.

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To operate a motorcycle in Maryland, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). At age 15 years and nine months, you can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit. At age 16 ½, you can apply for a Class M license or endorsement. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. If you are a new driver under the age of 18, you must complete a driver's education course. New drivers, regardless of age, must also pass the Class C Maryland knowledge exam. To receive a Class M license or motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the driving test, and pay the fees. Applicants under the age of 18 must also complete a motorcycle driver safety course. The knowledge and driving tests are waived for drivers over the age of 18 who complete the course.

The tests are taken at your local MVA. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 22 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills exam is a demonstration of the skills needed to operate a motorcycle. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.